Caterpillar Backhoe Loader 444E

Differential Oil (Front) - Change

1. Remove oil drain plug (1) and drain the oil into a suitable container.

2. The drain plug is magnetic. Check the plug for metal.

3. Clean the drain plug and install the drain plug.

4. Remove oil level/fill plug (2).

5. Add oil until the oil is level with the threads for the filler plug. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, “Lubricant Viscosities” and Operation and Maintenance Manual, “Capacities (Refill)” for oil.

6. Clean the filler plug and install the filler plug.

Differential Oil (Rear) - Change

The oil change interval should be decreased to 500 hours if more than 50% of the service hours is used for roading and loading.

Note: A qualified service person should perform the valve lash check and/or the valve lash adjustment. Special tools and training are required.

Was the valve lash check performed successfully?

If not, describe the issues encountered

Sign off on the engine valve lash check

Backhoe Boom, Stick, Bucket, and Cylinder Bearings - Lubricate

Brake Reservoir Oil Level - Check

Cooling System Coolant Level - Check

Engine Air Filter Service Indicator - Inspect

Fuel System Water Separator - Drain

WARNING: Pressurized system: Hot coolant can cause serious burn. To open cap, stop engine, wait until radiator is cool. Then loosen cap slowly to relieve the pressure.

NOTICE: Mixing ELC with other products will reduce the effectiveness of the coolant. This could result in damage to cooling system components.

If Caterpillar products are not available and commercial products must be used, make sure they have passed the Caterpillar EC-1 specification for premixed or concentrate coolants and Caterpillar Extender.

Note: This machine is shipped with Extended Life Coolant. Extended Life Coolant is recommended for use.

For information about the addition of Extender to your cooling system, see the Operation and Maintenance Manual, “Cooling System Coolant Extender (ELC) - Add” or consult your Caterpillar dealer.

Flushing the Extended Life Coolant From the Cooling System

Some engines utilize Extended Life Coolant. See the Operation and Maintenance Manual, “Maintenance Interval Schedule” in order to determine the service interval.

If a Extended Life Coolant was previously used, flush the cooling system with clean water. No other cleaning agents are required.

Flushing a Standard Coolant From the Cooling System

NOTICE: Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting and repair of the product. Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable containers before opening any compartment or disassembling any component containing fluids.

Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, “Caterpillar Dealer Service Tool Catalog” for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Caterpillar products. Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.

Obtain the sample of the coolant as close as possible to the recommended sampling interval. Supplies for collecting samples can be obtained from your Caterpillar dealer.

Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, “Cooling System Coolant Sample (Level 1) - Obtain” for the guidelines for proper sampling of the coolant.

Submit the sample for Level 2 analysis.

Reference: For additional information about coolant analysis, refer to Special Publication, SEBU6250, “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” or consult your Caterpillar dealer.

Upload a photo of the coolant sample

Sign off on the coolant sample collection